The Memorial Union site was dedicated in 1926. Ground was broken for the Memorial Union in June, 1927 and the building opened for use less than 18 months later on Homecoming, November 17, 1928. It was formally dedicated on June 1, 1929 "in memory of the heroic dead who gave their lives in their country's wars."
Dr. J. R. N. Bell throws a hat into the Marys River, celebrating the 24-13 victory over U of O 1925. This photo was used in the OAC Alumnus December p 83. Student Body prexy Jenkins also tosses "Oregon Jinx horse-shoe".
Official door opening of the Memorial Union during Homecoming on November 17, 1928; Readers from the left are Tony Schille, 1922; Warren Daigh, 1919; President William J. Kerr and Cyril Brownell, President of the Alumni Association.